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Food Safety Specialist Salaries in Ottawa, ON

• What is the average Food Safety Specialist salary for Ottawa, ON?
  How much does a Food Safety Specialist in Ottawa, ON make? The median annual Food Safety Specialist salary in Ottawa, ON is C$71,757, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$64,219-C$82,212 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Food Safety Specialist may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Food Safety Specialist in Ottawa, ON.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Food Safety Specialist in Ottawa, ON that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Food Safety Specialist in Ottawa, ON are expected to make less than the median.
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• Job Description for Food Safety Specialist
  Ensures compliance with food safety standards and regulations by monitoring, auditing, and improving food handling and manufacturing processes. Executes and implements inspection programs, policies, and processes to verify adherence to company, industry, and regulatory food safety requirements. Conducts routine facility inspections, hazard analyses, and product evaluations to identify potential contamination or quality risks. Supports internal teams with corrective action plans and assists in developing employee training programs related to hygiene, sanitation, and safety practices. Maintains documentation and records of all food safety audits, programs, and compliance activities to support continuous improvement efforts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. View full job description

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• Categories that include Food Safety Specialist
  • Restaurant and Food Services
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• Food Safety Specialist Salaries by Province in Canada
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